Texas Tech University :: College of Outreach & Distance Education
Educational Diagnostician Certification Preparation Program
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Application Process

Although there is no application deadline, potential students are encouraged to submit all application materials at least three months prior to projected initial enrollment. Learn more.

Due to the nature of the Educational Diagnostician program, all applicants must apply as master's students. Once accepted, students who already have a master's degree will be able to pursue the certification preparation program only.


Step 1: Apply to Texas Tech University's Graduate School as a master's student. Indicate that your primary location code is "distance".
  • Complete the Graduate Admissions Application.
  • The application fee is $50 for U.S. residents and $125 for international applicants.
  • All students must submit Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores to the Graduate School. Scores must be less than five years old at the time of application.
    • The admissions process is viewed holistically by the College of Education and the Graduate School, so there is no stated minimum GRE score requirement. Learn more.
  • International students must also submit a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score to the Graduate School. Scores must be less than two years old at the time of application. Learn more.
Step 2: Apply to Texas Tech University's College of Education. Step 3: Apply for financial aid and/or general scholarships and College of Education Graduate Scholarships.
Step 4: Upon your acceptance into the Graduate School and the College of Education, you will work with a faculty advisor to develop a degree plan. If you receive a letter of rejection, you may contact the Associate Dean of Graduate Education and Research, 806.742.1998, ext. 436, for advisement regarding the admissions appeals process.
  • The Graduate School and the College of Education will notify you of your acceptance or rejection by updating the Applications tab in your Raiderlink.